Problematization methodology in primary healthcare teaching

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Primary Health Care

Background:

• The integration of theoretical knowledge with practical application is crucial in nursing education.
• Primary health care (PHC) requires specific pedagogical approaches to effectively train future nurses.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of the problematization methodology on primary healthcare teaching within a nursing undergraduate program.
• To assess how this methodology contributes to the development of nursing students' understanding and skills in PHC.

Main Methods:

• A qualitative, descriptive, and documentary study was conducted.
• Data were gathered from 21 evaluation forms completed by first-year nursing undergraduates.
• The study focused on the subject 'Comprehensive Health Care I', which utilized a PHC framework.

Main Results:

• The subject successfully achieved its educational objectives.
• The methodology facilitated a strong connection between theoretical concepts and practical nursing experiences.
• Students gained early exposure to the nursing profession and work environment.

Conclusions:

• The problematization methodology significantly favored primary healthcare teaching in the nursing undergraduate course.
• Student evaluations indicated that the approach was effective in preparing them for PHC settings.